Grant Writing Lessons From the Fyre Festival Debacle
I know, I know. Capitalizing on a cultural moment to pontificate about grant writing. I’m so transparent. But trust me: there are some good lessons here.
Tutorial Tuesdays: Why You Need to Address 'So What' in Your Paper
In this episode of Tutorial Tuesdays, learn why you need to address the ‘So What’ question.
Tutorial Tuesdays: How to Anticipate and Address Questions
Episode 7 covers why and how to anticipate and address questions. Part of this month’s series on writing a rejection-proof paper. Watch now >>
Tutorial Tuesdays: Why You Need to Choose Your Journal Before You Start Writing
In Episode 6 of Tutorial Tuesdays, I explain why it’s important to choose your journal first, not last. Watch now >>
Tutorial Tuesdays: How to Write a Rejection-Proof Paper
Welcome to a new month and a new topic for Tutorial Tuesdays!
This month you'll learn key writing skills and strategies to help you get your paper published in your target journal. Watch now >>
Tutorial Tuesdays: How to Make Your Project Sound Feasible
In this episode of Tutorial Tuesdays, I teach you the strategies you need to use to convince your reviewers that you're organized and you know what you're doing. Watch now >>
Tutorial Tuesdays: How to Convey a Sense of Urgency in Your Grant Proposal
Tutorial Tuesdays Episode 3 covers how to create a sense of urgency in your grant proposal (without sounding slimy). Learn a step-by-step process to make your grant proposal more compelling. Watch now >>
Tutorial Tuesdays: How to Convince Your Reviewers That Your Project is Worthwhile
Episode 2 covers how to convince your reviewers that your project is worthwhile. Watch now >>
Tutorial Tuesdays: Three Things You Need to Do in Every Grant Proposal
Welcome to the very first episode of Tutorial Tuesdays! I cover what the video series is about and what it can do for you. Then I dive in to the three things you need to get right in EVERY grant proposal. Watch now >>
What to Do After You Submit Your Grant (Besides Pour a Drink)
Before you pour that tumbler of vodka and congratulate yourself on submitting your application one minute before the deadline (c'mon, we've all done it): take 10 minutes to write a few things down. I'll take you through what to include.
How to Write an NIH Grant Without Dropping the Ball on Everything Else
Writing a proposal for NIH or CIHR is a big freaking deal. But if you do it right, you don't need to drop everything else and run around with your hair on fire to get it done. Here are a few tips.
How Specific Should I Be in My Grant Proposal?
Read my answer to a client question about how specific to be in a grant proposal.
Does Your Work Feed You?
Does your work feed your fulfillment? Or does it mostly feed you a shit sandwich? Time to ask yourself some tough questions.
Before You Decide to Quit for Good, Take a Nap
Do you really want to quit, or do you just need a rest? HALT before you leave.
How to Revise and Edit Your Academic Writing
DIY revising and editing in a step-by-step guide, plus a downloadable checklist to make the process even easier. You're welcome.
The Simplest Way to Get a Ton of Writing Done This Summer (and Still Have a Life)
This simple approach to planning will help you get a ton of writing done this summer.
How to Stop Half-Assing Your Goals (and Get More Efficient)
You know you're not supposed to multi-task. So why do you multi-goal?
Is It Time to Quit? Here's How to Know for Sure.
How do you know whether quitting is the right decision? Here's how to figure it out.
Do You Spend Most of Your Time Thinking “I Should Be Writing”? Here Are Six Ways to Free Yourself.
Break the "I should be writing" pattern with these six tips.